Opelika

main street

home to growth

Once a sleepy little railroad town on the way to warm Southern climes, Opelika has swelled into a vibrant and energetic downtown community. Downtown Opelika now offers two breweries and one distillery along with a host of restaurants to keep visitors well fed and hydrated. And if the mood strikes you, there are plenty of surprises to be found. From one-of-a-kind items by local makers, to artists spaces and fashion items, Opelika is no longer on the way to somewhere, but a place to go to. We invite you to come see for yourself.

home to growth

The development of a Main Street program for Opelika has enabled Opelika to become more confident in marketing its downtown. The day-to-day operations are handled by a full-time director with guidance and input from a twelve-member Board of Directors. Opelika Main Street provides many services including business recruitment, financial incentive programs, and a coordinated promotion program.

home to growth

The development of a Main Street program for Opelika has enabled Opelika to become more confident in marketing its downtown. The day-to-day operations are handled by a full-time director with guidance and input from a twelve-member Board of Directors. Opelika Main Street provides many services including business recruitment, financial incentive programs, and a coordinated promotion program.

Featured Events

what's going on downtown?

Christmas in a railroad town

Presented by Opelika Main Street, the 22nd annual Christmas in a Railroad Town event will be Friday, December 7, 2018 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Join us for kids festival rides, games, and much more celebration at North Railroad Avenue in Downtown Opelika!

victorian front porch tour

The Victorian Front Porch Christmas Tour has been voted one of the southeast's top rated tourism events and featured in Better Homes and Gardens and Southern Living. Homes are decorated with life size Santas, angels, toys, carousel horses and Christmas themed figures. The event is a self directed driving tour taking place from December 5 – December 9.